Women’s World Cup: Australia defeated West Indies by 7 wickets
On Tuesday, Australia thrashed West Indies by seven wickets in a lopsided league stage match to win; their fourth consecutive ICC Women’s World Cup match, extending their march towards a record seventh title. So far, Australia, the tournament’s most successful team; has lived up to its pre-tournament promise, appearing far too dominant in compared to the other seven teams.
The squad captained by Meg Lanning appeared to have covered all of their bases turning in one after; another of clinical performances to grab the lead in the rankings with eight points from four wins.
West Indies, the runner-up in 2013, were no coordinate for Australia, as they were bowled; out for a insignificant 131 in 45.5 overs after choosing to bat. As the West Indies proceeded to lose wickets at standard interims from the begin; captain Stafanie Taylor played a solitary hand with a engaging 91-ball 50. As wickets tumbled from the other conclusion, Taylor clutched one end. The West Indies’ battles may be seen in their finest organization, a 36-run fourth-wicket; stand between Taylor and wicketkeeper batsman Shemaine Campbelle (20).
Ashleigh Gardner (3/25) and Ellyse Perry (3/22) combined; for six wickets for Australia, whereas Jess Jonassen took two wickets for 18 runs. For the Australians, the chase was continuously attending to be a walk within the stop. After two early punches within the frame of Alyssa Healy and Lanning; opener Rachael Haynes crushed a dazzling 83 not out off 95 balls with nine boundaries to stay Australia’s interest.
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With Australia in trouble at seven for two and then 58 for three; Haynes took it upon herself to lead the bat in the company of Beth Mooney (28 not out); and the pair easily chased down the target in 30.2 overs.
For the Windies, Chinelle Henry (1/20), Hayley Matthews (1/31) and Shamilia Connell (1/32) each took a wicket.
While Australia has yet to lose in the competition, the West Indies have suffered their second setback; this time a severe one, and are now in fifth place with four points.
With Australia in trouble at seven for two and then 58 for three, Haynes took it upon herself to lead; the bat in the company of Beth Mooney (28 not out); and the pair easily chased down the target in 30.2 overs.
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For the Windies, Chinelle Henry (1/20), Hayley Matthews (1/31) and Shamilia Connell (1/32) each took a wicket.
While Australia has yet to lose in the competition, the West Indies have suffered their second setback; this time a severe one, and are now in fifth place with four points.